Week of February 28, 2022

 

 WEEKLY REMINDERS

 

·      On Wednesday, March 2nd is Dr. Seuss’ Birthday!  Students may dress up like their favorite Dr. Seuss character!

·      No admittance after 8:15 AM.  Health and Safety Protocols of COVID-19.

·      No adults are permitted in the building past the table at the main door. 

·      Dismissal times remain at 3:00 PM for all PreK classes.

·      There is no early pickup for appointments etc. -- if there is an appointment the child should remain home for the day.

·      All parents etc. coming near the building are required to have a mask on their face for the safety of all students and staff.

·      Seesaw accounts have been set up for all students. You can find your child’s access code in the Home-School Connection folder. 

 

·      Always make sure to read the OLQM School Blog for additional information, located HERE!

   

If you have any questions or concerns, you can email me at xiomaraserbones@olqmnyc.org or text/call (203)539-0863 I will do my best to answer at the end of the day. 

 

Unit Topic:

                              Light

 

 Essential Question for the Unit:  

     How and why do we use different kinds of light? 

 

Focus Question for this Week

           What are shadows?

 

Focused Learning Activity for this Week

    

          whose shadow is this?

 

The teachers will point out children’s shadows to them. The children will be invited to move their bodies and watch their shadows.  The children will be asked to pause and pose. Pictures of the children’s shadows will be taken. 

 The teacher will ask the following HOTS Questions.

 What can you tell me about your shadow? 

 How are shadows made?

 

DIFFERENTIATED INSTRUCTION 

For all children to be successful, multiple entry points will be considered. The teacher will tailor instruction to the needs of each individual student. 

 

For example, 

       •         Repeat directions

       •         Extend time 

       •         Preview questions (if applicable)

       •         Provide 1:1 support 

       •         Adapt materials

Pre-K Common Core Learning Standard Addressed:

PK.SCI.9. [P-PS3-1.] Participates in an investigation to determine the effect of sunlight on Earth’s surface 

 

 
Foundational Text for the Week:  Moonbear’s Shadow by Frank Asch

The link to the foundational texts HERE!!

 

Questions that will be asked throughout the week related to the foundational text:

 

Questions that will be asked throughout the week related to the foundational text:

 

Level 1: Recall 

What was Bear doing when he first noticed his shadow? 

Why did Bear want to get rid of his shadow? 

What are some of the ways Bear tried to get rid of his shadow? 

 

Level 2: Skill/Concept 

What makes shadows?
Why did Bear’s shadow move when bear moved? 

Is it possible to get rid of a shadow? Why or why not? 

 

Level 3: Strategic Thinking 

Bear felt very annoyed when he could not get rid of his shadow. Are there things that make you feel annoyed? What are they? Bear talked to his shadow. Can shadows listen? Can shadows answer questions? Why or why not? 

  

Level 4: Extended Thinking 

When it was noon and the sun was high in the sky, Bear’s shadow was gone. Why? 

When can you see your shadow?
How can you make your shadow go away? 

 

 

Lessons and Activities for the Week:

 

 Blocks- Students are invited to explore how they might use blocks and a flashlight to create shadow letters.  

 

Pretend Play- Students will be able to use flashlights for shadow play inside a tent.  

 

Art-Black and White Art: After reading the book Round Trip by Ann Jonas, the teacher will provide black and white paper for children to use to create a picture. They can cut or rip the paper and use glue to assemble the art. the teacher will use vocabulary words such as straight and wavy to describe the lines that they make. 

 

Science- Students will be able to use the light table to look at x-rays and an assortment of translucent objects.   

 

Math- The teacher will supply translucent plastic drinking cups in a variety of colors and Invite children to create patterns with the cups.

 

Library- Students are invited to read books about our theme, light.  

 

Writing-Letters with Holes: The children are going to use a hole punch to create letters on pieces of paper. The teacher will allow children to place the papers over the light table and explore the letters and light. 

 

Sensory-Foil: the teacher will line the bottom of the sensory table with tin foil and add water as well as glass beads, containers, scoops, etc. The teacher will invite children to explore, sort, and enjoy.

 

For more information on the Lesson Plan, click  HERE!

If there are any questions regarding the Pre-K for All program that cannot be answered by the office or classroom teacher, please feel free to contact the HelpLine at 888-227-8175